Nick Woltemade is expected to feature from the start when Juventus take on Celta Vigo away from home this evening in the second round of the Europa League league phase. The German forward, born in 2002, is in line for his second start since joining the Italian side, having previously started against NEC in the same competition and scored his only goal for the Bianconeri from the penalty spot.His opportunities in Serie A have been limited to brief appearances across four matches: 14 minutes against AC Milan, 30 against Sassuolo, just four against Atalanta and another half-hour against Cagliari.📅 𝙄𝙏'𝙎 𝙈𝘼𝙏𝘾𝙃𝘿𝘼𝙔! 🏆 #UEL 🆚 @RCCelta 🌆 Vigo ⏰ 21:00 CEST 📲 #CeltaJuve https://t.co/rmkgAytw0o— JuventusFC 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@juventusfcen) October 15, 2026 Spalletti discussed the 24-year-old at yesterday's press conference, confirming that he would get his chance against the Spanish side. "He will be used against Celta Vigo. It's right to do that because we also need to rest the team. It's not just this week that we have three matches; this is an extended period. If we don't make changes, how can we get to the end? Nick can play as a centre-forward who contributes to build-up play, who can come from deep and who occupies the attacking midfield area and, at times, midfield."The coach's explanation paints the picture of a versatile footballer capable of operating in several roles. However, there is another interpretation: Woltemade, now 24, is still searching for a clearly defined role and has yet to fully develop his game.At present, the latter assessment seems closer to reality. The German is spending the season at Juventus on loan, with no purchase option or obligation attached to the deal, and time is already becoming an important factor.Nick Woltemade has struggled in Italy so far 🇮🇹 The Germany striker is on loan at Juventus after an underwhelming season with Newcastle. Woltemade enjoyed a superb single season with Stuttgart before a €75m move to the Premier League club. https://t.co/CCsC4M2ts8— DW Sports (@dw_sports) October 13, 2026 He needs to make progress quickly and establish himself within Spalletti's plans, while the coach must work out how best to use the number 27. Finding the right formula will not be straightforward, particularly with other players offering similar qualities, including Kolo Muani.Spalletti also made it clear that Juventus need to show greater aggression and decisiveness when opportunities arise, a message that applies to Woltemade as much as anyone else in the squad. "We are not ferocious enough when a match presents us with an opportunity that could change everything. When that moment comes, we must not hesitate; we must demand a solution right then. It is in moments like these that many results are secured. We do not have enough venom."##NAJAVA_MECA_10028714##Mentality and character are undoubtedly important, but Juventus do not appear to lack either, and their manager certainly knows how to demand more from his players. If anything, the team sometimes seems overwhelmed by its own intensity. The bigger problem is often a lack of clarity on the pitch, with Juventus struggling to find consistent solutions and a recognisable identity in their play. Woltemade's situation reflects that uncertainty.Tonight, the German has 90 minutes in which to challenge the doubts surrounding him and demonstrate that he can become a meaningful part of Juventus' project. Yet, despite having played only five times for the club, questions about his long-term future in Turin are already beginning to emerge. Unless he makes a convincing impression soon, his time with the Bianconeri could prove to be a brief one.UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 2Thursday19.45: (1.30) AZ Alkmaar (5.80) Hapoel Beer Sheva (9.00)19.45: (2.70) Celje (3.35) Omonia (2.60)19.45: (4.65) Lech Poznan (4.35) Bayer Leverkusen (1.65)19.45: (2.35) Olympique Lyon (3.50) Crystal Palace (2.95)19.45: (3.40) RB Salzburg (3.50) AC Milan (2.10)19.45: (1.32) Sparta Prague (5.60) Lillestrom (8.50)19.45: (2.50) St. Gilloise (3.40) Real Sociedad (2.80)19.45: (8.50) Torreense (4.50) Sunderland (1.35)22.00: (1.25) Benfica (6.50) Celtic (10.0)22.00: (1.20) Bournemouth (7.25) Sturm Graz (12.0)22.00: (3.30) Celta Vigo (3.30) Juventus (2.25)22.00: (2.10) Dinamo Zagreb (3.45) Anderlecht (3.50)22.00: (1.95) Ferencvaros (3.50) Viktoria Plzen (3.90)22.00: (2.00) Hoffenheim (3.60) Besiktas (3.60)22.00: (1.38) Jagiellonia (4.50) Ararat-Armenia (7.50)22.00: (1.92) NEC Nijmegen (3.50) Levski Sofia (4.00)22.00: (2.40) Olympique Marseille (3.40) Olympiacos (2.95)22.00: (1.22) Rennes (6.50) OFI Crete (12.0)***odds are subject to change***